We’re Hiring!
Start Date: September 2023
Application Deadline: August 15, 2023
Position: Subcontracting position in Charlottetown, PE and area with future opportunity for full-time; three days per week (15 billable hours/week) at present with expectation of increased hours as new referrals come in.
Who is Singing Sands Music Therapy Inc.?
Founded in 2013 by Shona Pottinger, Singing Sands Music Therapy Inc. is Prince Edward Island’s largest private practice music therapy service provider. Our dedicated team of Certified Music Therapists provide clinical and consultation services to clients in a variety of settings.
Why Join Our Team?
We’re looking for a passionate, dedicated music therapist to join our team and serve diverse client populations in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island and surrounding areas. Music therapy in Prince Edward Island is growing and as a well-established business Singing Sands can give you the support and tools you need to do what you do best: deliver high-quality professional music therapy services to our clients. Ideally the successful candidate will begin their clinical duties as soon as possible. There will be an opportunity to advance from a part-time to full-time subcontracting agreement as referrals come in.
As a subcontractor of Singing Sands Music Therapy Inc., you will enjoy benefits such as...
Regular pay days without the time, stress and paperwork involved in invoicing clients, overdue payments and tracking and collecting funds from different sites
Acquisition of contracts without having to invest time and money into advertising
Flexible works hours/time off
A wide assortment of rhythm instruments for use with clients
Your own business cards
Professional liability insurance
Access to many programming tools and resources
A dedicated work cellphone
Support, positivity, and mentorship from Singing Sand’s team of experienced, dynamic MTAs
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Planning, delivering and providing necessary documentation for clinical music therapy sessions, including private clients and facility work in both one-on-one and group session formats
Communicate as needed with clients, family members and departmental staff at facilities
Approach all work with thought, sensitivity, flexibility and a client-centred focus
Uphold Singing Sands Music Therapy’s reputation for high quality services and professionalism
Training Requirements:
Minimum Bachelor of Music Therapy (or equivalent) from a recognized institution MTA (Music Therapist – Accredited) or MT-BC (Music Therapist Board Certified) designation; applicants who are not yet certified but have completed (or will soon have completed) their clinical internship requirements and have plans to sit the Board Certification exam in the near future will also be considered
Membership in good standing with CAMT
Vocal and multi-instrument proficiency
Minimum 1 year experience working with a variety of populations (can include internship hours)
Valid driver’s license and reliable mode of transportation
Clear criminal record check, including Vulnerable Sector clearance
Highly motivated and passionate about music therapy
Organized, independent, punctual and professional
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
How Do I Apply?
Apply by sending your updated professional CV to Shona at: info@singingsandsmt.ca Any questions should be directed to the same email.
Candidates will be contacted for virtual interviews (via Zoom).